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1224 N Astor Street, $3,375,000

Welcome home to 1224 N Astor, where historical charm meets modern luxury. Bordered by thoughtfully landscaped gardens and on the corner of one of Chicago's most coveted streets, this stunning 6000-square-foot, 4 bedroom/4.5 bath Gold Coast residence has been lovingly renovated to meet today's luxury standard while the elegant and timeless finishes compliment its long history. The beautifully imagined rooftop terrace with skyline views, heated pergola, outdoor kitchen, dining area and two way fireplace adds an additional 1500-square-feet of secluded three season living.

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Welcome home to 1224 N Astor, where historical charm meets modern luxury. Bordered by thoughtfully landscaped gardens and on the corner of one of Chicago's most coveted streets, this stunning 6000-square-foot, 4 bedroom/4.5 bath Gold Coast residence has been lovingly renovated to meet today's luxury standard while the elegant and timeless finishes compliment its long history. The beautifully imagined rooftop terrace with skyline views, heated pergola, outdoor kitchen, dining area and two way fireplace adds an additional 1500-square-feet of secluded three season living. An abundance of windows, granted by its corner location, and a gracious entryway set the tone as you are invited into the main living space. On this level, the formal living room impresses, but remains comfortable and is centered upon the marble fireplace - one of six found throughout the home. Passing through the arched doorway, a dining room and separate breakfast table overlook the yard and lead to a show stopping and well appointed kitchen that begs to entertain. At the center, the 12 foot island houses a wine refrigerator, ice maker, generous storage and allows for barstool seating. Custom cabinets, workstation sink, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf range and secondary oven, Bosch dishwasher and a custom range hood complete this luxurious package. Powder room and grilling patio are adjacent. All bedrooms are on the upper levels and can be accessed by stairs or the 4-stop elevator. The primary suite occupies the entire third level of this home. In addition to the large bedroom with barrel vaulted ceilings and gas fireplace, the primary bathroom features an oversized, spa-quality shower, separate soaking tub and double sinks. An additional vanity can be found within the walk-in-closet. With a dry bar, the primary lounge and separate laundry area complete this self contained, quiet escape. Well-sized bedrooms two, three and four, are perfect for family or guests and located on the second floor. The second bedroom is ensuite and the fourth bedroom is currently used as an office with handsome built-in shelving. The lower level is home to a family room, home gym, secondary laundry and wine storage. 1224 N Astor is a truly turn-key opportunity that is not often found in the neighborhood. Located one block from the lake and within easy walking distance of beaches, farmers markets, shopping and dining. Leased parking options are just steps away in any direction including valet parking with guest passes available.

Recent Upgrades

The home underwent an extensive renovation in 2021, including the following:

 

  • Kitchen completely renovated with new high-end, custom cabinets, top of the line appliances (including Sub-Zero side by side refrigerator and freezer, two Wolf ovens and a gas range, Bosch dishwasher, Sub-Zero wine refrigerator, Scottsman ice maker, in-drawer microwave oven, and a Galley sink/workstation), a tin ceiling, and in-ceiling speakers.
  • Replaced every window in the house with high efficiency, double-pane Marvin windows with custom mouldings.              
  • Installed a high quality, 4-stop residential elevator (running from the basement through the third floor) with custom wood paneling.
  • Installed a fire protection sprinkler system throughout the entire house.
  • Installed two 50 gallon fast recovery hot water heaters.
  • Installed two new Carrier modulating heat 60 stage furnaces with air purifiers and two Carrier five stage variable speed air conditioning systems, all of which can be operated remotely via an app.
  • Installed a new custom marble fireplace mantel and gas fireplace in the first floor living room as well as built in shelves and cabinets surrounding the fireplace.
  • Upgraded plumbing with new pipes and installed a hot water recirculating pump system to boost water pressure throughout the house.
  • Upgraded the electric wiring throughout the house and installed new fuse boxes and updated and added exterior outlets as well.
  • Installed all new landscaping in the front and side yards of the house, along with a new outdoor entry way and new steps with an enlarged landing.  The new garden comes with landscape lighting and a watering system, which can be programmed remotely through an app.
  • Replaced the roof to ensure it is water proof and insulated the steel reinforced beam ceiling beneath the roof. Once the roof was replaced, reinforced and insulated, we built an amazing roof deck outdoor escape with Trex decking. The large roof deck has four separate areas including an outdoor kitchen with a built in Heston grill, dishwasher, refrigerator, sink, Urban Bonfire outdoor cabinets, and stone counter tops.  There is a tv area with a mounted Sunbright outdoor tv which (along with the outdoor kitchen) resides under a pergola with built-in speakers, five radiant heaters and a large fan so that this space can be used most of the year.  The roof deck also has a large built in gas fireplace which is open on two sides so that it can be used while dining al fresco at the large dining area or while sitting in a large seating areas that can be used to entertain guests.  The roof deck has a separate watering system for multiple planters.  The roof deck is enclosed with a sleek glass railing.
  • Installed a large Sub-Zero wine fridge in the basement outside of the basement family room.
  • Installed an electronic gate entry/intercom system that works via your telephone and an app so that you can see and remotely open the front gate for visitors.
  • Installed Lutron lighting and fan systems for the dining room, kitchen, third floor primary bathroom and closet, and exterior lights, that can be operated remotely via an app.
  • Replaced all light fixtures throughout the inside of the house and all exterior lights as well.
  • Enlarged the dining room area to make it more functional and installed cove lighting.
  • Updated the second floor powder room.
  • Built a large second floor office with custom shelving and cabinetry, which can be converted back into a bedroom if so desired.
  • Reconfigured the entire third floor into a primary suite with a large bedroom, a luxury bathroom with heated floor, separate bath, very large shower, a separate water closet, and double sinks.  The primary suite also has a large walk in closet with custom cabinets and a make-up vanity.  The third floor includes a laundry area with plenty of storage and a sink, which is in addition to the basement laundry area.  Finally, the third floor primary suite includes a separate tv room with a fireplace, built-in cabinetry, built-in speakers, and a dry bar with a Sub-Zero refrigerator.
  • Installed a new main water line into the house.
  • Tuckpointed the exterior of the house and installed new insulation to ensure the house is water-proof.
  • Replaced and/or refinished all wood floors throughout the house.
  • Converted basement and large guest bedroom fireplaces to gas fireplaces.
  • Installed Keyth security system and Ring external camera system, both of which can be operated remotely via apps.
  • Rebuilt the side ground-level porch with Trex decking including built-in lighting on the decking and stairs and a large decorative screen for privacy.
  • Installed sun protecting film to windows in stairwell leading to roof deck and in the glass atrium of the roof deck pergola.
  • Restored and painted exterior iron fencing.
  • Installed new gutters.
  • Installed new tile in the front entryway floor and installed shelving and clothes hanging rods in the two entryway coat closets.
  • Installed new custom window treatments and custom wood shutters throughout the house. 

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